Nagaland : Best Places to Visit in Nagaland

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Nagaland – a cultural hub of North East India never fails to fascinate the tourists. If you want to explore the vibrant festivals and lifestyle of India, Nagaland is a must-visit for you. You will be charmed with the scenery, food, and handloom of the state. Let’s take a deeper dive into the gorgeous beauty of Nagaland. Here are the topmost places you must visit during your trip to Nagaland.

Dimapur

Acknowledged as the entrance to the state, Dimapur will offer a warm welcome to Nagaland. The well-connected town boasts of its road connectivity and scenic beauty. This is an ideal place for history and nature lovers.

Once here, visit the 13th-century Kachari ruins. These are the evidence of the Ahom invasion. To witness the scenic landscape of the town, visit Kuki Dolong Village, Nichuguard Village, Medziphema, Seithekima Village, and Chumukedima. Far from the din and bustles of the city, these places are ideal for tourists. Green park, Nagaland science centre, Ruzaphema, etc. are some other places to visit.

Try the Tibetan food in Dimapur. Bamboo shoot, axone, fermented dry fish, anishi, dry colocasia, etc. are some of the mouth-watering delicacies of the place. If you are a shopaholic, you cannot but shop stylish scarves, bags, bamboo mugs, Naga shawls, silk mekhla, etc. from Dimapur Hongkong Market.

Dimapur boasts of being the only airport in Nagaland. It is well connected to major cities like Guwahati and Kolkata. It also has a railway station. You can avail of public or private transport from the airport or rail station to reach the destination.

Kohima

Kohima is the capital of Nagaland and is a charming place to visit. Renowned as a commercial spot, Kohima has retained all the natural charms and never fails to attract visitors.

The blend of modern and ancient spirit has offered a distinct appeal to the city. The remarkable place will charm you with its vibrant lifestyle. Here, you can get a glimpse of the Angami tribe that predominate the space. This is a perfect melange of history and culture. Puliebadze Peak and the Japfu Peak are two famous peaks in the state.

Abandoned village, graveyard, broken pottery, delightful ancient ruins - Kohima is filled with diverse elements. Some of the must-visit spots include Naga Bazar, Kohima War Cemetery, Kohima Zoo, the state museum, Dzukou valley, Tseminyu, etc.

Dimapur is the nearest rail station from Kohima, located at a distance of 75 km. Daily trains from major cities like Kolkata, Guwahati, New Delhi, etc. are available from here. You can also reach the location from Dimapur airport (64.7 km).

Mokokchung

As one of the most lively states in Nagaland, Mokokchung is the abode to the Ao tribe. Popular for its hospitality, festivals, and rich tradition, the town has become a tourism hotspot in Nagaland. It is assumed that one of its famous tourist spots Longkhum is heaven for nature lovers.

Its hills are surrounded by Rhododendron and its pristine beauty is something you will instantly fall in love with. Longkhum is best known for its handicraft and ethnic handloom. Ungma is yet another destination that is believed to be the abode of the tribe as they entered Nagaland.

Ungma is called a living museum of the Ao tribe. If you are interested in tribal life and culture, make sure to visit this place especially during festive seasons. Moatsu festival is one of the most renowned festivals of the place celebrated in May. Also, check out the Mokokchung district museum, park, and Changtongya.
Here, you can shop handmade items, ornaments, tribal shawls, and silk clothing. During your trip to Mokokchung, taste aikibeye, samathu, akini, and chokibo. The supreme delicacies will bring a different sensation to your tastebud.

Jorhat is the nearest airport to Mokokchung (located at a distance of 105 km). The next nearest airport is Dimapur, located 212 km away from Mokokchung. Mariani in Assam is the nearest railway station (85 km). You can avail of transport from the station to reach the tribal village. You can also enter the destination by road. National Highway 61 connects the place with major cities like Changtongya, Wokha, Amguri, and Tuli. Nagaland state transport bus runs from Kohima to Mokokchung (162 km). Shared taxis are also available.

Mon

Mon is an interesting place to visit in the state. Here, you can come across warriors with face tattoos, blackened teeth people, and headhunting prowess. The fascinating place is rich in agriculture.
In and around the place, you will amusing things to witness. For instance, you can visit Longwa (the largest village in Mon), you can see the border of Myanmar. You can even enjoy the opportunity to have half of your body in India and the other half in Myanmar. Here, the chief’s house is a major attraction where the chief resides with his 60 wives.

​Yet another unforgettable sight is the large number of trophies made with animal’s skulls in the chief’s residence. Other than this, Chui Village, Veda Peak, Shangnyu village with their wooden carving are some of the popular tourist attractions.

Visit the place in April to celebrate the lively harvest festival known as the Aoleang Monyu festival. The weeklong festival is celebrated by hosting large feasts and offering sacrifices.

Samathu, Aikibeye, Anishi are some of the popular dishes to try on Mon. While there is no large merchandise to shop in Mon, you can shop some handmade items in this place.

The nearest airport to Mon includes Jorhat (157 km) and Dimapur (295 km). You can get conveyance in the form of tourist taxi and state transport bus to reach Mon. You can reach Mon via Sonari by bus. It is at a distance of 65 km from Mon. You can also avail of buses from Simulguri but that is an indirect transport service. You have to reach Nginimora from Simulguri and then board yet another bus to reach Mon. You can also reach the destination through the railway. Lake railway station is the nearest one to Mon.

If you are yet to plan a trip to Nagaland, it’s high time to do so. With its rich culture and tradition, scenic beauty, warm hospitality, and lip-smacking delicacies, you cannot miss visiting this place once in your life.
If you are yet to plan a trip to Nagaland, it’s high time to do so. With its rich culture and tradition, scenic beauty, warm hospitality, and lip-smacking delicacies, you cannot miss visiting this place once in your life. Pay a trip to the place and you will forever cherish its sweet memory.